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Apple Magic 2 vs Apple Magic 3

Compare sensor, connection, battery and comfort.

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Apple Magic Mouse 2

Apple Magic Mouse 2

  • 99 g.
  • Ambidextrous shape for your grip.
  • Bluetooth connection.
  • Connects to one device at a time.
  • Battery: Rechargeable lithium-ion.
KSh 13,000In Stock
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Magic Mouse 3

Magic Mouse 3

  • 99 g.
  • Ambidextrous shape for your grip.
  • Bluetooth connection.
  • Connects to one device at a time.
  • Battery: Rechargeable lithium-ion.
KSh 12,500In Stock

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Our quick verdict

Choose the Apple Magic Mouse 3 if you want a newer model (2021).

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Apple Magic Mouse 2

No clear advantage over the Apple Magic Mouse 3 in the published specifications. Check the detailed comparison for features that matter to you.

Apple Magic Mouse 3

  • Newer model: released in 2021 (vs 2015).

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How each product answers the selected priorities
PriorityApple Magic Mouse 2Apple Magic Mouse 3
FitCompact low-profile mouseCompact low-profile mouse
Weight99 g99 g
ConnectionsBluetoothBluetooth
Battery lifeAbout 1 month or more between chargesAbout 1 month or more between charges
PerformanceLaser tracking with capacitive Multi-Touch surfaceLaser tracking with capacitive Multi-Touch surface
Battery capacityBattery: Rechargeable lithium-ionBattery: Rechargeable lithium-ion

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Magic Mouse 2Magic Mouse 3
BrandAppleApple
ModelMagic Mouse 2 (A1657)Magic Mouse (Lightning, 2021)
Announced20152021
TypeWireless Multi-Touch mouseWireless Multi-Touch mouse
ColorSilver with White Multi-Touch surface; Space Gray with Black Multi-Touch surfaceWhite; Black

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Magic Mouse 2Magic Mouse 3
Dimensions113.5 × 57.1 × 21.6 mm113.5 × 57.1 × 21.6 mm
Weight99 g99 g
Hand OrientationAmbidextrousAmbidextrous
Form FactorCompact low-profile mouseCompact low-profile mouse
Grip StyleFingertipFingertip
MaterialAluminum enclosure; acrylic Multi-Touch surfaceAluminum enclosure; acrylic Multi-Touch surface

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Magic Mouse 2Magic Mouse 3
Connection TypeWirelessWireless
Wireless TechnologyBluetoothBluetooth
BluetoothYesYes
Wireless ReceiverNot applicableNot applicable
Multi-Device ConnectionNoNo
Cable / ConnectorLightning to USB charging and pairing cableUSB-C to Lightning charging and pairing cable

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Magic Mouse 2Magic Mouse 3
Customization SoftwaremacOS and iPadOS system settingsmacOS and iPadOS system settings
Onboard MemoryNoNo
ProfilesNot applicableNot applicable
RGB LightingNoNo
Haptic FeedbackNoNo
Silent ClicksNoNo
Special FeaturesMulti-Touch gesture surface; automatic pairing with MacMulti-Touch gesture surface; automatic pairing with Mac

Sensor & Tracking

Sensor & Tracking specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Magic Mouse 2Magic Mouse 3
Sensor TechnologyLaser tracking with capacitive Multi-Touch surfaceLaser tracking with capacitive Multi-Touch surface
DPI AdjustmentNoNo

Buttons & Scrolling

Buttons & Scrolling specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Magic Mouse 2Magic Mouse 3
Number of Buttons1 Multi-Touch click surface1 Multi-Touch click surface
Programmable ButtonsNoNo
Gesture ButtonYes — Multi-Touch gesturesYes — Multi-Touch gestures
Scroll WheelMulti-Touch surfaceMulti-Touch surface
Horizontal ScrollYes — Multi-Touch gesturesYes — Multi-Touch gestures
Thumb WheelNot applicableNot applicable

Battery & Power

Battery & Power specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Magic Mouse 2Magic Mouse 3
Battery TypeRechargeable lithium-ionRechargeable lithium-ion
Battery LifeAbout 1 month or more between chargesAbout 1 month or more between charges
Charging PortLightningLightning
Wireless ChargingNoNo

System Requirements

System Requirements specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Magic Mouse 2Magic Mouse 3
WindowsNot applicableNot applicable
macOSOS X 10.11 or latermacOS 11.3 or later
Other Operating SystemsiPadOS 13.4 or lateriPadOS 14.5 or later
Required Port / ConnectionBluetooth-enabled Mac or iPad; USB port for chargingBluetooth-enabled Mac or iPad; USB-C port for charging cable
SoftwareNone required on supported Apple devicesNone required on supported Apple devices

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Magic Mouse 2Magic Mouse 3
In the BoxMagic Mouse 2 and Lightning to USB cableMagic Mouse and woven USB-C to Lightning cable

Similarities

  • Both have Bluetooth.
  • Same type: Wireless Multi-Touch mouse.
  • Same hand orientation: ambidextrous.
  • Same form factor: compact low-profile mouse.
  • Same grip style: fingertip.
  • Same customization software: macOS and iPadOS system settings.

In summary

Magic 2 and Magic 3 are closely matched on the features compared here.

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